National Public Health Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 7538 National Public Health Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/2/2024, 8:15 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 7538

National Public Health Act

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to take a series of actions relating to the impact of certain products on public health. Specifically, HHS must (1) contract with the National Academy of Medicine, or a similar entity, to develop a list of public health crises; (2) develop a list of products that have a specified fiscal impact on the national public health system; and (3) require manufacturers of such products to develop and implement a plan to mitigate the effects of the products on public health.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7538

Bill HR 7538 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 5, 2024. Bill HR 7538 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 5, 2024. Bill HR 7538's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7538

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7538

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7538

National Public Health Act

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, for the purpose of addressing public health crises, to require the manufacturers of covered products to develop, maintain, and update a plan to mitigate the effects of such products on public health, and for other purposes.

National Public Health Act